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Olde Towne Portsmouth Named “Coolest” in Coastal Virgina

July 16, 2021
Row house on Dinwiddie Street in Olde Towne Portsmouth

Olde Towne Portsmouth, Virginia

Don’t miss this Coastal Virginia treasure with its collection of antique homes spanning three centuries, its eclectic assortment of hip shops, edgy nightlife, and one-of-a-kind restaurants. Olde Towne is walkable, from the Children’s Museum of Virginia to the historic park at Fort Nelson and everywhere in between. Just park the car or

A woman and band play live on a stage in Portsmouth, Virginia

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A man Penny Farthing in Olde Towne Portsmouth Virginia

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Skeletons posed on a stage coach under a blacklight

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Men in kilts march in the Annual Scottish Walk in Olde Towne Portsmouth

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show up by boat and head out on foot to explore this funky, friendly little city. Looking for a photo op? Take a walk on the Seawall at night and check out the best city light show in all the 757.  Olde Towne Portsmouth is a trendy little seaport with a happening art scene and an awesome music pavilion featuring the hottest touring bands.   Olde Towne is the vibrant heart of Portsmouth, where you find shopping, dining, nightlife, concerts, movies, walking tours, history, and waterfront events within easy walking distance. The federally designated historic district is your introduction to the fascinating sights of this bustling seaport community.

 

 

Coastal Virginia Magazine Names Olde Towne one of the Top 5 Coolest Neighborhoods in Coastal Virginia

Coastal Virginia Magazine LogoThe leading lifestyle magazine in Hampton Roads listed Olde Towne Portsmouth as one of the “Top 5 Coolest Neighborhoods” in Coastal Virginia.  Olde Towne is in good company.  Other notable neighborhoods include Chic’s Beach (Virginia Beach), Chelsea (Norfolk), Phoebus (Hampton), and Hilton Village (Newport News).  Writer Beth Hester noted that Olde Towne has a vibe “similar to that of historic neighborhoods in Brooklyn, Greenwich Village, Georgetown, Charleston and Savannah.”   Additionally, she notes the “diverse family-friendly culture, beloved seasonal traditions, civic-mindedness and human-scale orientation are part of the district’s magic.”  Of course, given the history of Olde Towne, with its oldest home dating back to the 1740s, we think these other cities have a vibe similar to ours!

Be sure to read the complete article on Coastal Virginia Magazine’s website. – Click the image below.

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